What’s going on this weekend? 16-18 August 2019
We have some great events happening throughout Kirklees this weekend!
Don’t forget to browse on our Community Directory for lots more ideas.
We love to see and hear about what you’ve been up to in Kirklees, so don’t forget you can use #Kirklees to share the love and connect with us via our Twitter and Facebook!
Castle Hill Litter Pick Day
Open to anyone who wishes to come along and help litter pick on Castle Hill and make this Local Nature Reserve once again fit for wildlife and visitors to enjoy! Gloves, litter pickers, bags and refreshments will be provided on the day.
When is it?
Friday 16 August 2019 – 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where is it at?
Victoria Tower, Lumb Lane, Almondbury, Huddersfield.
More information
For more information visit the events page.
Just Soph – storytelling for children
A storytelling adventure based on Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Just So Stories’.
Have you ever wondered how the camel got his hump?
Or how the elephant got his trunk?
Or what the Crocodile eats for lunch?
With live music, songs, puppetry and curious characters, the classic tales by Rudyard Kipling are brought to life for all the family.
When and where is it?
Saturday 17 August 2019, 10:30am- Huddersfield Library, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield, HD1 2SU.
Saturday 17 August 2019, 2:30pm- The Greenwood Centre, Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3JR.
More information
This event is suitable for 4-7 years – but all ages welcome. Free but please book and check availability on the events page.
Mirfield Show 2019
A great value family day out – remaining possible for every child to come to Mirfield Show and it cost them absolutely nothing. It remains free entrance for children, they can they can bring along their own refreshments, they can see a wide range of exciting attractions across the showground, and they can get involved with archery, play on the bouncy slides, visit the animal displays, watch the puppet shows, climb the climbing wall, or join in the welly wanging – all for free.
Plus with thousands of exhibits in hundreds of classes and competitions – including, horses, dogs, rabbits, poultry, pigeons, flowers, vegetables, cookery, handicrafts, children’s games, family races, tripe eating and banana eating, baby show, build-a-scarecrow, creative writing, fancy dress and the ever popular tug-of-war – there is something for everyone.
When is it?
Sunday 18 August 2019
Where is it at?
Mirfield Showground, Huddersfield Road, Mirfield, WF14 9NE
More information
For more information visit the events website.
Tolson Museum- Guided Tours
Join Tolson Museum’s volunteer guides for a fascinating tour, where you will discover more about the people who once lived and worked there. Tours last approximately 40 minutes and are family friendly!
When is it?
Sunday 18 August 2019 – 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Where is it at?
Tolson Memorial Museum, Wakefield Road, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ
More information
For more information visit the events page.
Music in the Garden
A local six piece jazz band playing the old time music from New Orleans. They have an entertaining programme of vocals, jazz, blues, spirituals and swing.
When is it?
Sunday 18 August 2pm – 4pm
Where is it at?
Tolson Memorial Museum, Wakefield Road, Dalton, Huddersfield, HD5 8DJ.
More information
This event is free. For more information visit the events page.
